{"id":1900,"date":"2026-10-19T13:53:11","date_gmt":"2026-10-19T11:53:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sierranevadagranada.com\/noticias\/first-time-sierra-nevada\/"},"modified":"2026-10-19T13:53:11","modified_gmt":"2026-10-19T11:53:11","slug":"first-time-sierra-nevada","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sierranevadagranada.com\/en\/noticias\/first-time-sierra-nevada\/","title":{"rendered":"First Time in Sierra Nevada: How to Plan Your Visit"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-group sn-sum is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"sn-sum__t wp-block-paragraph\">At a glance<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Sierra Nevada has <strong>over 112 km of slopes<\/strong>, 21 lifts and the Veleta Peak at 3,398 m, about <strong>40 minutes from Granada<\/strong>.<\/li><li>If it is your first time, start in <strong>Pradollano<\/strong>, the base resort, at 2,100 m, and use the <strong>Borreguiles beginner slopes<\/strong>.<\/li><li>There is something for everyone: skiing, snowboarding, family and activities <strong>without skiing<\/strong>.<\/li><li>Book <strong>ski pass, equipment and lessons<\/strong> beforehand: you arrive with everything organised and enjoy it from the first minute.<\/li><\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group sn-toc is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"sn-toc__t wp-block-paragraph\">In this article<\/p>\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"#que-es-sierra-nevada\">What Sierra Nevada is<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#antes-de-ir\">What to organise before you go<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#plan-de-un-dia\">A perfect day for your first time<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#que-llevar\">What to bring<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#galeria\">Image gallery<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#preguntas-frecuentes\">Frequently asked questions<\/a><\/li><\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Visiting Sierra Nevada for the first time is easy if you know what to do. It is a ski resort at the gates of Granada, with snow, Andalusian sun and plans for those who ski and those who do not. This guide tells you what you need to know to organise everything and not miss the best.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"que-es-sierra-nevada\">What Sierra Nevada is<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sierra Nevada is a ski and mountain resort in Granada, with over 112 km of slopes, 21 lifts and the Veleta Peak at 3,398 metres. Its base, <strong>Pradollano<\/strong>, is at 2,100 m, and from there the gondolas rise to the high zones, such as Borreguiles, at 2,700 m. Granada is about 40 minutes away, which is why you can ski in the morning, have lunch with views of the peaks and stroll around the city as evening falls.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table sn-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Item<\/th><th>Value<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><span class=\"sn-lbl\">Item<\/span>Slopes<\/td><td><span class=\"sn-lbl\">Value<\/span>Over 112 km<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span class=\"sn-lbl\">Item<\/span>Lifts<\/td><td><span class=\"sn-lbl\">Value<\/span>21<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span class=\"sn-lbl\">Item<\/span>Pradollano (base resort)<\/td><td><span class=\"sn-lbl\">Value<\/span>2,100 m<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span class=\"sn-lbl\">Item<\/span>Borreguiles<\/td><td><span class=\"sn-lbl\">Value<\/span>2,700 m<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span class=\"sn-lbl\">Item<\/span>Veleta Peak<\/td><td><span class=\"sn-lbl\">Value<\/span>3,398 m<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span class=\"sn-lbl\">Item<\/span>Distance to Granada<\/td><td><span class=\"sn-lbl\">Value<\/span>About 40 minutes<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Sierra Nevada in numbers<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"antes-de-ir\">What to organise before you go<\/h2>\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list sn-steps\"><li><strong>Choose your ski pass<\/strong> Gondola, 1 day or 2 days. The 2-day pass is the most recommended: you have more room. See them on the <a href=\"https:\/\/sierranevadagranada.com\/en\/forfaits-sierra-nevada\/\">ski pass page<\/a>.<\/li><li><strong>Book a lesson and equipment<\/strong> If you are starting out, a lesson at the <a href=\"https:\/\/sierranevadagranada.com\/en\/school\/\">school<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/sierranevadagranada.com\/en\/equipment\/\">equipment rental<\/a> make it easy.<\/li><li><strong>Plan the trip<\/strong> See <a href=\"https:\/\/sierranevadagranada.com\/en\/how-to-get-to-sierra-nevada\/\">how to get there<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/sierranevadagranada.com\/en\/noticias\/snow-chains-road-sierra-nevada\/\">the road and chains<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/sierranevadagranada.com\/en\/noticias\/where-to-park-sierra-nevada\/\">where to park<\/a>.<\/li><li><strong>Choose the date<\/strong> The 2026-27 season runs from December 6 to May 1. See <a href=\"https:\/\/sierranevadagranada.com\/en\/noticias\/when-does-it-snow-sierra-nevada-best-time\/\">when to go<\/a>.<\/li><\/ol>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"plan-de-un-dia\">A perfect day for your first time<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table sn-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Time of day<\/th><th>What to do<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><span class=\"sn-lbl\">Time of day<\/span>Early morning<\/td><td><span class=\"sn-lbl\">What to do<\/span>Arrive in Pradollano, park and pick up your ski pass and equipment.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span class=\"sn-lbl\">Time of day<\/span>Morning<\/td><td><span class=\"sn-lbl\">What to do<\/span>Take your lesson or start on the Borreguiles beginner slopes, which the resort recommends for first-time skiers.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span class=\"sn-lbl\">Time of day<\/span>Midday<\/td><td><span class=\"sn-lbl\">What to do<\/span>Have lunch in Pradollano or with views of the peaks and rest.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span class=\"sn-lbl\">Time of day<\/span>Afternoon<\/td><td><span class=\"sn-lbl\">What to do<\/span>Last run, or a plan without skiing: sleds, ice rink or the Mirlo Blanco park.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span class=\"sn-lbl\">Time of day<\/span>Night<\/td><td><span class=\"sn-lbl\">What to do<\/span>Dinner in Pradollano, for example at <a href=\"https:\/\/sierranevadagranada.com\/en\/noticias\/mesit-sierra-nevada-igloos-pizza\/\">Mesit<\/a>, or head down to Granada.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A one-day plan in Sierra Nevada<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Do not ski? There are plenty of plans in <a href=\"https:\/\/sierranevadagranada.com\/en\/noticias\/things-to-do-sierra-nevada-winter\/\">what to do in Sierra Nevada in winter<\/a>, and if you want to combine it with the city, see the <a href=\"https:\/\/sierranevadagranada.com\/en\/noticias\/granada-sierra-nevada-3-day-itinerary\/\">3-day plan between Granada and Sierra Nevada<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"que-llevar\">What to bring<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table sn-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Essential<\/th><th>Highly recommended<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><span class=\"sn-lbl\">Essential<\/span>Warm clothing in layers and gloves<\/td><td><span class=\"sn-lbl\">Highly recommended<\/span>Sunglasses or ski goggles and sun protection<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span class=\"sn-lbl\">Essential<\/span>Comfortable footwear for the snow<\/td><td><span class=\"sn-lbl\">Highly recommended<\/span>Hat, neck gaiter or buff<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span class=\"sn-lbl\">Essential<\/span>Your ski pass and bookings to hand<\/td><td><span class=\"sn-lbl\">Highly recommended<\/span>A small backpack with water and something to eat<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">What to bring to Sierra Nevada<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group sn-callout is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Tip<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you have no equipment, do not worry: you can rent skis or a board, boots, helmet, goggles, gloves, jacket and trousers. That way you arrive light and just have to put your boots on.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group sn-gallery is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"galeria\">Gallery: your first time on the snow<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tap an image to see it larger.<\/p>\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;galleryId&quot;:&quot;6ae93e4994366&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/gallery\" class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped sn-gal wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ae93e4994db6&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ae93e4994db6\" class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-lead wp-lightbox-container\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"675\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-id=\"1243\" src=\"https:\/\/sierranevadagranada.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/escuela-esqui-polvo-profundo-sierra-nevada.webp\" alt=\"Smiling skier with blue goggles carving a turn in powder snow in Sierra Nevada\" class=\"wp-image-1243\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sierranevadagranada.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/escuela-esqui-polvo-profundo-sierra-nevada.webp 900w, https:\/\/sierranevadagranada.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/escuela-esqui-polvo-profundo-sierra-nevada-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/sierranevadagranada.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/escuela-esqui-polvo-profundo-sierra-nevada-768x576.webp 768w\" 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data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ae93e499549c&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ae93e499549c\" class=\"wp-block-image size-large wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-id=\"1065\" src=\"https:\/\/sierranevadagranada.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/pradollano-sierra-nevada-vista-aerea-hd-1024x682.webp\" alt=\"Aerial view of Pradollano in Sierra Nevada with snow-covered buildings, pines and ski slopes\" class=\"wp-image-1065\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sierranevadagranada.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/pradollano-sierra-nevada-vista-aerea-hd-1024x682.webp 1024w, https:\/\/sierranevadagranada.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/pradollano-sierra-nevada-vista-aerea-hd-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/sierranevadagranada.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/pradollano-sierra-nevada-vista-aerea-hd-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/sierranevadagranada.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/pradollano-sierra-nevada-vista-aerea-hd.webp 1150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Pradollano, the base resort.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ae93e4995a79&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ae93e4995a79\" class=\"wp-block-image size-large wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"675\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" 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2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">An instructor accompanies a child on their first runs.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6ae93e49966fe&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6ae93e49966fe\" class=\"wp-block-image size-large wp-lightbox-container\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"675\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-id=\"1135\" src=\"https:\/\/sierranevadagranada.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/pradollano-pistas-telesillas-sierra-nevada.webp\" alt=\"Pradollano with its snowy houses at the foot of the slopes and the chairlifts of Sierra Nevada\" class=\"wp-image-1135\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sierranevadagranada.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/pradollano-pistas-telesillas-sierra-nevada.webp 900w, https:\/\/sierranevadagranada.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/pradollano-pistas-telesillas-sierra-nevada-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/sierranevadagranada.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/pradollano-pistas-telesillas-sierra-nevada-768x576.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" 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asked questions<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group sn-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>What should I do if it is my first time in Sierra Nevada?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Choose a ski pass, book a lesson if you are going to ski and see how to get there. In this guide you have the full plan, and you can book on <a href=\"https:\/\/sierranevadagranada.com\/en\/forfaits-sierra-nevada\/\">ski passes<\/a>.<\/p><\/details>\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Where can I start skiing?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">According to the resort, the beginner slopes in the Borreguiles area are recommended for first-time skiers.<\/p><\/details>\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Can you enjoy Sierra Nevada without skiing?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes. There are sleds, slides, an ice rink, snowmobile rides and more. You will find it in <a href=\"https:\/\/sierranevadagranada.com\/en\/noticias\/things-to-do-sierra-nevada-winter\/\">what to do in winter<\/a>.<\/p><\/details>\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>How long does it take from Granada?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">About 40 minutes in normal conditions.<\/p><\/details>\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Do I need to bring my own equipment?<\/summary><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No. You can rent all the equipment on our <a href=\"https:\/\/sierranevadagranada.com\/en\/equipment\/\">rental<\/a> page.<\/p><\/details>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group sn-cta is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Start your first time in Sierra Nevada<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Book your ski pass at sierranevadagranada.com and enjoy perks on rental, restaurants and shops in the resort.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons sn-cta__row is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/sierranevadagranada.com\/en\/forfaits-sierra-nevada\/\">Ver forfaits<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline is-style-outline--2\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/sierranevadagranada.com\/en\/how-to-get-to-sierra-nevada\/\">C\u00f3mo llegar<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group sn-src is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Sources and review<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Resort figures (112 km, 21 lifts, altitudes and distance to Granada): Sierra Nevada Granada information. 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